Central Vietnam’s leading golf courses are entering landmark anniversary years, reinforcing the region’s evolution from emerging promise to established credibility within Asia’s golf landscape.
As Vietnam continues to feature in international business headlines for sustained economic momentum, a parallel shift is evident on the fairways. Central Vietnam is increasingly recognised not as a novelty, but as a reliable, infrastructure-backed golf destination attracting long-haul markets including Australia and New Zealand.
Ba Na Hills Golf Club marks its 10th anniversary on March 25, reflecting a decade of steady refinement in the foothills west of Danang. Designed by legendary Team Europe Ryder Cup skipper Luke Donald, the course has matured alongside the destination, shaped by mountain terrain while retaining its original sense of seclusion.
“Ten years gives perspective,” said Paul Burley, senior vice president at IMG Golf Services, which manages Ba Na Hill Golf Club. “The course has evolved naturally with the landscape. Conditioning has strengthened, playability has deepened, yet the mountain character and spirit of escape remain central to the experience.”
Since opening in 2016, Ba Na Hills has earned a trophy cabinet of accolades, including five consecutive World Golf Awards for Asia’s Best Golf Course and three successive honours at the World Luxury Travel Awards. It remains a fixture in global rankings by GOLF.com and Golf Digest.
Along the coast, Montgomerie Links moves into its 19th year in 2026. Since its debut in 2008, the course has served as the bedrock of Central Vietnam’s foundational growth, establishing the region’s early credibility.
“Longevity brings responsibility,” said Le Vo Hoang Van, Club Manager at Montgomerie Links. “Over nearly two decades, we’ve focused on maintaining standards that players recognise and trust. The goal is consistency in conditioning, service and atmosphere, while continuing to evolve with the market.”
The market has responded with remarkable loyalty. In 2025, Montgomerie Links captured a 17% market share, remaining the most-played course by rounds in the Hue, Da Nang region—a clear indicator of repeat visitation and long-term market confidence.
The anniversaries at Ba Na Hills and Montgomerie Links underline a maturing golf destination that now offers a depth of architectural pedigree. The broader Vietnam Golf Coast portfolio features layouts by Greg Norman, Sir Nick Faldo, Robert Trent Jones, and Jack Nicklaus.
Beyond the greens, the region’s "lifestyle assets" have become a major draw for international travelers:
